The National Assembly adopted a declaration condemning the ongoing war against Ukraine and the political repression of Vladimir Putin's regime with 112 votes in favour. The draft document was submitted by We Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (PP-DB).
The text refers to the illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014 and Russia's full-scale military aggression against Ukraine since February 2022, as well as war crimes such as the Bucha massacre.
It also mentions the Russian navy's provocative actions in Bulgaria's economic zone in the Black Sea in 2023.
It expresses support for EU sanctions against the Russian Federation and solidarity with Ukraine. The draft document emphasises the importance of strengthening Bulgaria's national security and independence by accelerating reforms in the security sector.
The government has approved amendments to the Defence and Armed Forces Act. The changes will introduce training in Military Affairs and Defence at professional colleges. This training will be recognised as equivalent to the skills and qualifications..
Thank you for choosing to stay in Bulgaria. This was said by Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov at the ceremony officially announcing the new class of fellows under the EXPLORER program of the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial..
A new large fire has broken out in Rila Mountain , BTA reported, citing the police in the town of Kyustendil. The fire is located at an altitude of about 2,200 m in the area above the Iliina River, in the area where the Rila Monastery is located, but is..
Bulgarian MEP from the Europe of Sovereign Nations group Petar Volgin, known for his pro-Kremlin position, condemns Russian interference in Eastern..
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov is leading a government delegation that is on an official visit to the Republic of Montenegro today and tomorrow...
OnTuesday, it will be mostly sunny with temporary increases in cloud cover . A weak to moderate wind will blow from the east-southeast. Maximum..
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